Alexis Balinski works at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota, Florida. She does exhibit design for the public aquarium. It is the dream job she aimed for in college, where she studied both graphic design and marine science.
“The education I received at Tidewater instilled a love of learning that allowed me to thrive in school, which in turn gave me the foundation I needed to pursue the passions that landed me where I am today. Some of my favorite memories of Tidewater include the independent projects we were encouraged to pursue — I especially remember the 11-foot tiger I spent a month painting after reading about the species’ max length in a textbook. Thank you, and the rest of the caring staff at Tidewater, for showing me that that school and learning can be fun!”